1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 13 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 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Seicento | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
