2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Seicento and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 1045 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 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
Make Fiat Ford
Model Seicento FPV BF GT
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 389 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 520 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 105.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 68 L


 

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