2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1956 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 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
