1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
