1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Scudo | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
