2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 245 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, 2004 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Seicento | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
