2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 500 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 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
