1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
