1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 38 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Scudo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
