1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 1978 Toyota Corona 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. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Scudo | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Scudo | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |