1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 624 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |