1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 442 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Abarth | Scion |
| Model | Lancia 037 | tC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
