1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 825 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Seicento | C5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |