2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 325 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 Rover 45 (138 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Seicento | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
