2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 445 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | ASX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
