1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
