1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 710 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Seicento | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |