2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 816 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
