1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Seicento and 1999 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Seicento | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |