2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Seicento and 2001 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2001 TVR Chimaera 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 2001 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Seicento | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |