1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 758 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |