1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1411 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.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Seicento 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Seicento Colorado
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 899 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 72 L