2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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 Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Seicento | R2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
