1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 290 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
