1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |