2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
