2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 484 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
