2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Ford Puma
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Puma weights approximately 303 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 2003 Ford Puma | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Puma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |