2011 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat 500 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
