2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | A | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
