1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 695 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
