1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 197 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 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | Echo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
