1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1991 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 280 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, 1991 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1991 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
