1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
