2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 360 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 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Be Bop | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |