1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Escudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
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 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1996 Suzuki Escudo 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. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
