1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Taunus (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. 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, 1977 Ford Taunus (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
