2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Demio weights approximately 20 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Demio | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | Demio | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |