1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
