1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 825 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Seicento | 407 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |