2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Laser weights approximately 57 kg more than 2001 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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 1981 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
