2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 790 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 2003 Lotec C 1000. 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Lotec |
Model | Seicento | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |