FIAT 500c vs. Audi A3
In comparing the FIAT 500c's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500c has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The Audi A3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the FIAT 500c's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the FIAT 500c is a better car than the Audi A3.
FIAT 500c vs. Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2019 FIAT 500c ranges from $13,000 to $22,744 while a used 2019 Audi A3 is priced between $24,994 to $36,847.
FIAT 500c vs. Audi A3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the FIAT 500c loses 39.9 percent of its value and the Audi A3 loses 45.1 percent of its value. This means the FIAT 500c retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the FIAT 500c’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the Audi A3 base engine makes 184 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The FIAT 500c, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Audi A3, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13000 - 22744
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.399202
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24994 - 36847
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.450811
FIAT 500c Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.859123 / 10
Reliability:
8.818246 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
FIAT 500c Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 9Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
FIAT 500c Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
Audi A3 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 2.0T Titanium
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:
135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 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:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.0 cubic feet
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:
3439 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
174.1 inches
Wheelbase:
102.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17