1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Scudo and 1999 Kia Rio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Scudo | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Scudo | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |