1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 465 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 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1993 Xedos 6 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. 1993 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Xedos |
Model | Seicento | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |