1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 875 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 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
