1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 295 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 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 Splash | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Splash |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 159 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
