2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 462 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Seicento | Cube |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
