1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
