1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Primera weights approximately 535 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 2004 Nissan Primera 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. 2004 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Seicento 2004 Nissan Primera
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Seicento Primera
Year Released 1999 2004
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 1768 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 62 L