1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
