2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
