2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Seicento | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
