1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 649 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Scudo | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Scudo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |