2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Beetle | 500 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |