2001 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fiesta | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
