2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 812 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.
Because 2006 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Seicento | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
