1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 520 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Seicento | Stilo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |