2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
