1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1577 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | T5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
