2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
