1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Scudo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
