2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 968 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 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |