2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 915 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 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Torino |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
