2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 105 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
