1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 121 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Escort |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |