1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 733 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Fiat | Scion |
Model | 500 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2570 mm |