1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 531 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.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Seicento | 944 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
