1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Fiat Scudo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Scudo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |