FIAT 500 vs Scion tC
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Scion tC
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pop | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,245 (best) | $19,385 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $5,120 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $5,120 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $5,120 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 10.5 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 135 hp | 179 hp (best) |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 172 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 30.2 cu ft (best) | 14.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,505 lbs (best) | 3,082 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 139.6 in | 176.6 in (best) |
| Width | 64.1 in | 70.7 in (best) |
| Height | 59.8 in (best) | 55.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 500Pop | Scion tCBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | FIAT 500 | Scion tC |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pop $16,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $19,385 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | C Pop $17,740 MSRP | Base $20,535 MSRP |
| 3 | Retro $19,745 MSRP | Release Series 10.0 $23,190 MSRP |
| 4 | Lounge $19,745 MSRP | Release Series 10.0 $24,340 MSRP |
| 5 | Abarth $20,495 MSRP | — |
| 6 | C Lounge $21,240 MSRP | — |
| 7 | C Retro $21,240 MSRP | — |
| 8 | C Abarth $21,990 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Battery Electric $33,210 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
FIAT 500 vs Scion tC FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 FIAT 500 vs 2016 Scion tC on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 FIAT 500 starts lower at $16,245. Live Scion tC listings start at $5,120.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,245).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- The 2019 FIAT 500 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (84).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- The 2016 Scion tC leads on horsepower in this comparison (179).
- Which has better seats: 2019 FIAT 500 or 2016 Scion tC?
- The 2016 Scion tC leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 FIAT 500 vs 2016 Scion tC?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: FIAT 500 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).