2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 591 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
