1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 319 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 2008 Honda S2000 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 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Scudo | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
