1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Seicento and 1999 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1595 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.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Econoline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 898 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3510 mm |