2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 321 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.
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, 2002 Infiniti G20 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2002 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | G20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
