2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |