2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Kalos | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |