Compare performance (218 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (33200 £ vs 19700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or Fiat 500 Convertible?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Fiat 500 Convertible has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19700 £ , while the Alpine A290 costs 33200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13466 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Fiat 500 Convertible: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Alpine A290 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Alpine A290 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 380 km, about 67 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Alpine A290 has a convincingly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A290 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A290 performs slightly better – reaching 170 km/h, while the Fiat 500 Convertible tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A290 pulls noticeable stronger with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Alpine A290 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is noticeable lighter – 1150 kg compared to 1554 kg. The difference is around 404 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Alpine A290 offers decisively more room – 326 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A290 performs clearly better – up to 1106 L, which is about 556 L more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
When it comes to payload, Alpine A290 somewhat takes the win – 396 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.
The Alpine A290 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Alpine A290 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Alpine A290 brings Alpine's racing-bred spirit to the road with taut handling, razor-sharp steering and a compact, cheeky silhouette that's impossible to ignore. It's a car for drivers who want pure fun rather than family practicality — a playful, stylish pocket rocket that makes every back road feel like a racetrack and hands out smiles with the key.
detailsThe Fiat 500 Convertible is a cheeky, retro-styled roof-down city car that turns heads and makes short trips feel like mini vacations. It’s more about charm and personality than practicality, ideal for style-conscious buyers who prefer fun and flair over brute practicality.
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Price
33200 - 39600 £
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Price
19700 - 32600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh
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Electric Range
364 - 380 km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1554 kg
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Curb weight
1150 - 1480 kg
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Length
3990 mm
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Length
3632 mm
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Width
1820 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Height
1520 mm
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Height
1527 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Max trunk capacity
550 L
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Payload
396 kg
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
177 - 218 HP
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 150 km/h
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
130 - 160 kW
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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Brand
Alpine
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Brand
Fiat
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.