2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 770 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 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 1979 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Fiat | Avanti |
Model | Seicento | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |