2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 1000 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 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Seicento | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
