2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1260 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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Seicento | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
