2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1993 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1993 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Seicento | Vivace |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |