2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
