2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Seicento | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |