1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | MCC |
Model | 500 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |