2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1993 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Saloon weights approximately 185 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, 1993 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1993 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Seicento | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
