2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | Sedici | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
