2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 342 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 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Seicento | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 520 Nm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |