2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Optra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
