1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, both vehicles can yield 86 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Seicento | Arosa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |