2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1961 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Taunus weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1961 Ford Taunus 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 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1961 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1961 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
