1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Scudo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
