2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |