1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Scorpio | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
