1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 690 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Seicento | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |