1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 840 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seicento | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |