2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata E weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2002 Tata E 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 2002 Tata E. 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, 2002 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Tata E | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Seicento | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |