2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
