2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. 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, 1996 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
