2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Seicento | Marea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
