1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 745 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |