1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 664 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 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |