2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 160 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Seicento | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |