1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Scudo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
