1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
