2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 1996 Toyota MR2. 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
