2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 903 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | Seicento |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |