2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 180 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, 2000 Proton 400 (109 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2000 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Seicento | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
