1978 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Regal | Scudo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |