2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1999 Opel Omega 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |