1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1000 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 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Seicento | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |