1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
Model | 1800 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |