1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 129 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
