1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 770 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
