2005 Toyota Tazz 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 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 Toyota Tazz | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tazz | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1368 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
