2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
