1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion xD weights approximately 635 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD, 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, 2010 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | 500 | xD |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2461 mm |
