1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
