1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Seicento | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 898 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |