1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 394 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |