2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Proton Impian
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Impian weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 2003 Proton Impian has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Impian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Seicento | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
