1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
