2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Fiat Seicento
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |