1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 330 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 Proton 400 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Seicento | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |