2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
