1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Seicento and 1998 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 417 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 65 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |