1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scudo | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
