1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Previa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
