2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Yaris | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
