1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 258 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scorpio | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
