2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | 17 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
