1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 641 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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
