2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet HHR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet HHR would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet HHR | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | HHR | 500 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
