1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 345 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |