2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |