1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Scudo | 130 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
