1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
