2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Golf (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 20 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 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
