2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. 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, 1970 Opel GT (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
