2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 590 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Magna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
