1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 771 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Seicento | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
