2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scudo | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
