1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 785 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 1996 Ford Aerostar 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 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |