2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 3 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 738 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 265 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 2004 TVR Speed 12 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 2004 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Seicento | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 791 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |