1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 530 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 Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit 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 Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |