2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 116 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |