1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
