2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sparky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sparky would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Sparky |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |