2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Seicento | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
