1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 762 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 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Seicento 2005 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model Seicento Mustang
Year Released 1998 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1107 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 326 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 61 L


 

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