2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | YRV | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
