1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Seicento | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |