1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC, 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 tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2010 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Fiat | Scion |
Model | 500 | tC |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |