2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 895 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 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |