2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Seicento | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
