1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Scudo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
