1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 840 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 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Seicento | Berlina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |