Compare performance (118 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 Convertible or VinFast VF 8?
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 Convertible is substantially more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 158 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 VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Fiat 500 Convertible takes 9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,305 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more boot space – 376 L compared to 183 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.
When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries visibly more – 515 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.
The VinFast VF 8 holds a decisive overall lead 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 VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
19,700 - 28,300 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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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
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 313 km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,150 - 1,480 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 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, Manual
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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
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 17.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 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
260 - 300 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
2023
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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
VinFast
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