2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Multipla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 605 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, 2001 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2001 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
