1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
