1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 480 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 2010 Kia Rondo 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. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Scudo | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Scudo | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
