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Fiat 500 vs Abarth 600 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Abarth 600?

Fiat 500 vs Abarth 600: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Abarth 600

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • barely more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Abarth 600 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is markedly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Abarth 600. That’s a difference of about 4.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Abarth 600 offers barely more range – reaching up to 344 km, about 13 km more than the Fiat 500.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Abarth 600 offers substantially more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 600 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Abarth 600 delivers clearly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Abarth 600 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Abarth 600 offers substantially more boot space – 360 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat 500 carries clearly more – 325 kg compared to 225 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Abarth 600 holds a solid 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.

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Abarth 600

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 237 - 280 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 344 km
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Reviews Fiat 500

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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The sleek and stylish 600 has captured the hearts of both casual drivers and automotive enthusiasts alike. With its retro charm and modern features, this model seamlessly blends classic design with contemporary performance. Whether navigating city streets or embarking on a weekend adventure, the 600 offers a driving experience that is both fun and memorable.

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27 Apr 2026, 16:38:25

Both the Alpine A290 and Abarth 600e are fun cars - the first EVs to be properly engaging to drive. Despite the list price being significantly higher (but still below the critical £40k!), the Abarth is MUCH cheaper to lease... which makes the choice something of a no brainer in terms of value for money.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
36,000 - 39,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
344 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,700 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
360 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,779 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
237 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
174 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Abarth
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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