1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 563 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
