1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 390 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, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | HR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |