2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
