1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 440 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 | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
