2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 504 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seicento | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
