2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 905 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Seicento | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
