1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 BMW 2004 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 2004. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2004 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
