2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 630 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seicento | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |