1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (74 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 396 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Seicento | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
