2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 542 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |