2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
