2010 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Camry | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Camry | 500 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| 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 | 169 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
