2013 Ferrari 458 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2013 Ferrari 458 and 2013 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. 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. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ferrari 458 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 458 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4499 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.3 L/100km | 34 L/100km |
