2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 370 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
