1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1977 Lancia Scorpion
To start off, 1977 Lancia Scorpion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Scorpion (79 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Scorpion should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1977 Lancia Scorpion | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Scorpion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
