2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 800 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Seicento | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |