2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 990 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 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 2007 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Seicento | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
