2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Golf 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
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, 2000 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scudo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
