1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 2005 Infiniti M 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. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Seicento | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
