1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 898 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
