2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 267 kg more than 2002 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Seicento | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |