2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Etude | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1242 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
