FIAT 500 vs. Suzuki Swift
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the FIAT 500 and Suzuki Swift contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the FIAT 500 and the Suzuki Swift.
In comparing the FIAT 500's and the Suzuki Swift's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Suzuki Swift has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500's and the Suzuki Swift's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the FIAT 500’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the Suzuki Swift base engine makes 79 horsepower. The 500 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 347 miles. The Swift is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 380 miles. This gives the Suzuki Swift the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the FIAT 500. The 500 uses premium unleaded, and the Swift uses gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The FIAT 500 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$16,495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,553
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,460 - $26,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$9,729
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,550
Price Range:
$12,190 - $20,758
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,389
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,778 - $30,722
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,273
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
FIAT 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Suzuki Swift Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for FIAT 500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.9 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Suzuki Swift
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.5 - 13.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
FIAT 500 Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Suzuki Swift Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500 Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
Suzuki Swift Trim Levels
GA, GL
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
79 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
75 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 38 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
310 / 380 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
48.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
1895 lbs
Width:
62.6 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
149.4 inches
Wheelbase:
93.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/45R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
13.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P155/80R13
Exterior Colors
Black
Vesuvio Black Pearl
Blue
Laser Blue Metallic / Mezzanotte Blue Pearl
Gray
Colosseo Gray / Granito Gray
Green
Oliva Green Pearl
Orange
Luminosa Orange
Red
Brillante Red
Silver
Pompei Silver
White
Bianco White Ice / Perla White Tri-Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Brilliant Blue Metallic
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Victory Red
Silver
Platinum Silver Metallic
White
Bright White
Interior Colors
Black
Nero
White
Avorio
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
White
Not available
Gray
Gray
