2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette 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 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Vedette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |