2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 739 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.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
