Compare performance (118 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or smart #1?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the smart #1 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,000 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 Convertible is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the smart #1. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the smart #1 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 87 km more than the Fiat 500 Convertible.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the smart #1 offers clearly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers clearly more torque with 470 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: smart #1 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is substantially lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 750 kg.
Looking at boot space, the smart #1 offers significantly more boot space – 313 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.
When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries markedly more – 425 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The smart #1 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The 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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The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
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Price
40,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Electric Range
400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
0 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
Convertible
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
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Curb weight
1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 L
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Trunk capacity
313 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
425 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
368 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
470 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
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Power kW
271 kW
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Engine capacity
999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
smart
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