1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 177 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
Because 1956 Porsche 356 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 1956 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Scudo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
