1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1997 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1997 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Stealth | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
