2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 942 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Seicento | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |