1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Seicento and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 495 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 Mitsubishi Space Star (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seicento | Space Star |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |