1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 12 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 1265 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 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2010 Audi A8 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. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Seicento | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |