2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 855 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 2003 Opel Omega 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 2003 Opel Omega. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2003 Opel Omega
Make Fiat Opel
Model Seicento Omega
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1108 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 209 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 94.6 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 75 L


 

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