1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 597 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 500 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |