1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2003 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 2003 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
