1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 600 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Magna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
