2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |