2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ducato | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
