2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 580 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Seicento 2002 Nissan Primera
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Seicento Primera
Year Released 2001 2002
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 80.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 62 L