1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 796 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
