2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Seicento | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
