1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 344 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 Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
