1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
