1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
