FIRE 1.1 MPI ENGINE

The new Fiat Seicento MY 2004 is thus an even better-looking, safe and comfortable car. A small car, ideal around town yet also able to promise its occupants a comfortable ride on longer trips.

These attributes are enhanced by the Fire 1.1 MPI that is designed to optimise torque delivery at low speeds and enhance driving satisfaction (flexibility) while not overlooking the need to keep fuel consumption down.

The decision to buy a compact car often comes about as a result of considerations of overall low running cost.

The Fiat Seicento MY 2004 does not disappoint: the new model comes with engines that deliver spirited performance but are decidedly thrifty on fuel. This makes them a viable proposition for use around town and out of town. The 4 flat cylinder engine is a member of the Fire family and develops a power output of 54 bhp (40 kW) at 5000 rpm and a torque of 88 Nm (9.0 kgm) at 2750 rpm. Fuel consumption is also minimised: over a combined cycle, forexample, the model returns 6.0 l/100 km (4.7 over an extraurban cycle and 8.3 over an urban cycle).

The Fiat supermini is fitted with a tried and tested gearbox with improved synchronisers and lubrication to get the very best out of the 1108 cc engine.

STYLE

Youthful and appealing in shape, the Fiat Seicento MY 2004 features smooth lines and convex surfaces on the outside. Despite a length of just 334 centimetres and width of 151 cm, the model conveys the impression of a big, solid, sturdy car. This is borne out by the interiors, as is revealed by a roomy, functional and comfortable passenger compartment that would be quite at home in a medium-sized car.

New features on the Fiat Seicento MY 2004 include body-coloured bumpers and new hub caps plus the new round Fiat logo in the centre of the tailgate. The tailgate can also be opened conveniently from inside the car. The Fiat supermini offers three new body colours: Vanilla Yellow, Sparkling Light Blue and Cocktail Blue.

The youthful, fresh theme continues inside the car. The Seicento MY 2004 displays a distinct family resemblance to other recent Fiat models. In particular, certain styling and colour features are directly reminiscent of the New Panda: the facia, door panels, steering wheel and gearlever gaiter, climate control system panel, control keys and parcel rack. The seat trim has also been revamped with a two-tone Squash cloth (grey-orange and grey-blue).

Great attention has been lavished on form and function and also attention to detail and finish: this was the brief given to the designers who revised the Fiat Seicento MY 2004 passenger compartment. The interior also offers outstanding ergonomic, acoustic and climate control qualities.