2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
