2012 Toyota Hilux vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 224 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Hilux | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Hilux | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
