2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 335 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 2000 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Seicento | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
