1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 681 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Seicento | 6000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |