2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 500 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
