2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1085 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 1987 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seicento | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
