2004 Vauxhall Tigra vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Tigra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
