2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
