1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1964 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, 2002 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 500 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
