1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 400 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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 898 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |