1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 486 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 1988 Honda NSX 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |