1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
