2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Yaris | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
