1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 254 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 Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Seicento | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |