1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Ikon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |