1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 445 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 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Seicento | Terios |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |