1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Scudo | 626 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
