2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
