Fiat Seicento Sporting
The cheeky Italian city car that prioritises fun over outright speed.
- Power
- 54 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.4 s
- Top speed
- 93 mph
About the Fiat Seicento Sporting
The Fiat Seicento Sporting arrived in 1998 as the performance-oriented flagship of Fiat's city car range, succeeding the cult-classic Cinquecento Sporting. While its 1.1-litre FIRE engine produced a modest 54 hp, the car's appeal lay in its featherweight 735 kg kerb weight and short-ratio gearbox, which made it feel significantly more urgent than the figures suggested. The Sporting trim added body-coloured bumpers, front fog lights, 13-inch alloy wheels, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Though it famously struggled in Euro NCAP safety testing, it remains a favourite among enthusiasts for its 'momentum car' driving dynamics and low running costs.
Fiat Seicento Sporting specs
The Fiat Seicento Sporting produces 54 bhp (40 kW) and 86 Nm (63 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.4 seconds and has a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h).
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | Seicento Sporting |
| Trim | 1.1 Sporting |
| Years | 1998–2005 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Italy |
| Engine | 1.1-litre FIRE inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,108 cc (1.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 54 bhp (40 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 86 Nm (63 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.4 s |
| Top speed | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 735 kg (1,620 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 73 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Fiat Seicento Sporting rarity in CarSpot
The Fiat Seicento Sporting is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Fiat Seicento Sporting fun facts
- Despite its Italian badge and design, the Seicento was manufactured exclusively at Fiat's Tychy plant in Poland.
- The Sporting model features a close-ratio five-speed gearbox and a thicker anti-roll bar compared to the standard Seicento to improve handling.
- A special 'Michael Schumacher' edition was later released to celebrate the F1 legend's success with Ferrari, featuring a unique body kit and signed plaques.