1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 835 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 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Scudo | Retona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
