1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 1255 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Seicento | Atos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
