2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
