2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Scudo 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 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
