FIAT 124 Spider vs. FIAT 500
In comparing the FIAT 124 Spider's and the FIAT 500's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 124 Spider has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The FIAT 500 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The FIAT 124 Spider and FIAT 500 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 124 Spider's and the FIAT 500's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 124 Spider is a better car than the FIAT 500.
FIAT 124 Spider vs. FIAT 500 Pricing
A used 2019 FIAT 124 Spider ranges from $19,256 to $30,115 while a used 2019 FIAT 500 is priced between $13,390 to $22,790.
FIAT 124 Spider vs. FIAT 500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 124 Spider loses 40.5 percent of its value and the FIAT 500 loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the FIAT 124 Spider retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the FIAT 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 124 Spider’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the FIAT 500 base engine makes 135 horsepower. Both the 124 Spider and the 500 are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 417 and 347 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19256 - 30115
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405071
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13390 - 22790
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.433851
FIAT 124 Spider Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 124 Spider Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
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6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
11 out of / 15Ranking
15 out of / 15FIAT 500 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 124 Spider Trim Levels
Abarth, Classica, Lusso, Urbana Edition
FIAT 500 Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 417 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 347 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2436 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
48.5 inches
Length:
159.6 inches
Wheelbase:
90.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2505 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
59.8 inches
Length:
144.4 inches
Wheelbase:
90.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/45R16