2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 890 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 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Seicento | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Fiat | Ferrari |
Model | Seicento | 456 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 110 L |