2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 12 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Symbol weights approximately 265 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, 2012 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2473 mm |
