1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 470 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Focus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |