2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Seicento | 117 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |