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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 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 65 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 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 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 1368 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 182 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 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 6.3 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 35 L