1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 955 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Scudo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |