2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Seicento | Etude |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
