2008 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Prius | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Prius | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |