2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 18 weights approximately 295 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.
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, 1982 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 18 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1645 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |