2007 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ka | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
