1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 554 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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2011 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
