1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Scudo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Scudo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
