1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 42 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
