2012 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 279 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat 500 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 | Cruze |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3546 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1628 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2301 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |