1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 804 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
