1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1980 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina 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 19 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 33 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Cortina 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 1980 Ford Cortina. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1980 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Scudo | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
