1978 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 627 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Starlet | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Starlet | tC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |