1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 891 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 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Seicento | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |