2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 390 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | 2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1241 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |