2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 430 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.
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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Seicento | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
