2011 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat 500 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 500 | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |