2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault Siete weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Siete |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
