2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
