2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |