2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 220 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 2 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1160 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |