2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1971 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1971 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
