1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 645 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
