2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Audi A6

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Seicento 2008 Audi A6
Make Fiat Audi
Model Seicento A6
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 2391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L


 

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