1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 265 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 1979 BMW M1 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 1979 BMW M1. 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Scudo | M1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
