2008 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Aygo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
