1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Scudo and 1997 Seat Arosa were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Scudo | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
