2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Escort (146 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
