1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 and 1999 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 146 | Seicento |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 67.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |