1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Seicento and 1998 Skoda Felicia were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Felicia (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 225 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 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Seicento | Felicia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |