2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Seicento | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
