2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Seicento | Starlet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |