1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Scudo and 1996 Proton Persona were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Scudo | 1996 Proton Persona | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Scudo | Persona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |