2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 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 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Seicento 2011 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Seicento 911
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1116 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 408 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 67 L


 

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