2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 210 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 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (123 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
