2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 130 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, both vehicles can yield 131 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
