1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1018 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 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | CC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |