1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo. 1999 Honda Accord 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. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Scudo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
