2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 1959 Fiat 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 2100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
