2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2003 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |
