1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
