2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 365 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Seicento | Phoenix |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |