1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 32 L |
