1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Zagato Raptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Zagato Raptor would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Zagato Raptor weights approximately 615 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.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor will offer significantly more control. 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 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Zagato |
| Model | Seicento | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
