2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 460 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 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | PT Cruiser | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |