1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Scudo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
