1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1080 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2011 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Seicento | C6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
