1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 230 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 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |