2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1250 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
