1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 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 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Seicento | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |