1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 1999 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
