1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont 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 4 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1999 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scudo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
