1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (90 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster 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, 1988 Renault 25 (181 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
