2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
