1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 25 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Scudo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
