1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Seicento | Dedra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.2 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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |