2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 336 kg more than 2013 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Altima | 500 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |