2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (78 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |