2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1321 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 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford F-150 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | F-150 | 500 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |