1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.6 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |