2009 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
