2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 807 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Seicento | 166 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |