1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Palio and 1998 Fiat Scudo are equipped with a 1,581 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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 Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
