2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Carisma | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
