2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 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 1982 Maserati 420. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Scudo | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
