2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Tiara weights approximately 45 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, 1996 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Seicento | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
