2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1330 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Seicento 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Fiat Honda
Model Seicento Ridgeline
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1808 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 83 L


 

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