2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 45 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.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Scudo | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
