2013 Ferrari California vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2013 Ferrari California 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari California weights approximately 567 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 2013 Ferrari California 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 California. 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, 2013 Ferrari California (504 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm). This means 2013 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ferrari California | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | California | 500 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 504 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |
