BMW vs. FIAT
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from BMW and FIAT contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both BMW and FIAT cars.
When comparing the BMW brand to the FIAT brand, BMW has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and variety of models offered. FIAT has the advantage in the areas of depreciation and retained value.
BMW versus FIAT: Pricing and Value: FIAT models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
BMW versus FIAT: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: BMW vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. FIAT offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons. BMW offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons.
BMW versus FIAT: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: FIAT shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: BMW offers 14 SUVs, 15 sedans, 6 coupes, and 5 convertibles. In comparison, FIAT offers 1 SUV and 1 hatchback.
Drivetrain Options: BMW offers 23 gasoline vehicles, 5 plug-in hybrids, and 4 electric vehicles. FIAT offers 1 gasoline vehicle and 1 electric vehicle.
BMW offers 26 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 15 rear-wheel-drive models. FIAT offers 1 all-wheel-drive model and 1 front-wheel-drive model.
New Car Pricing
BMW Z4 (convertible)
$60,024 - $77,799
BMW i3 (electric)
Not Yet Available
New Car Pricing
FIAT 124 Spider
Not Yet Available
FIAT 500e
$33,760 - $34,151
Used Car Pricing
BMW Z4 (convertible)
Not Yet Available
BMW i3 (electric)
$20,729 - $28,593
Used Car Pricing
FIAT 124 Spider
$18,813 - $31,162
FIAT 500e
Not Yet Available
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
BMW Z4 (convertible)
48.7%
BMW i3 (electric)
66.1%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
FIAT 124 Spider
31.3%
FIAT 500e
45.2%
Horsepower / Torque
BMW Z4 (convertible)
255 hp / 295 foot-lbs
BMW i3 (electric)
168 hp / 184 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
FIAT 124 Spider
160 hp / 184 foot-lbs
FIAT 500e
118 hp / 162 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
BMW Z4 (convertible)
25 / 33 / 28
BMW i3 (electric)
124 / 102 / 113
MPG (city/highway/combined)
FIAT 124 Spider
26 / 35 / 30
FIAT 500e
Not Yet Available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
BMW Z4 (convertible)
7.7 / 10
BMW i3 (electric)
6.8 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
FIAT 124 Spider
Not available
FIAT 500e
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
BMW Z4 (convertible)
8.0 / 10
BMW i3 (electric)
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
FIAT 124 Spider
Not available
FIAT 500e
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
BMW Z4 (convertible)
Not available
BMW i3 (electric)
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
FIAT 124 Spider
Not available
FIAT 500e
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
BMW Z4 (convertible)
7.5 / 10
BMW i3 (electric)
6.4 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
FIAT 124 Spider
8.6 / 10
FIAT 500e
7.7 / 10
