1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Prefect weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1953 Ford Prefect 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 1953 Ford Prefect. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Prefect |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |