Compare performance (118 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (17100 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Tesla Model 3?
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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14571 £.
When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 13 kWh per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 419 km more than the Fiat 500.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a decisively edge – offering 460 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs significantly better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Fiat 500 tops out at 155 km/h. The difference is around 107 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls decisively stronger with 660 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1130 kg compared to 1772 kg. The difference is around 642 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more room – 594 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.
When it comes to payload, Tesla Model 3 to a small extent takes the win – 377 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 sits 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 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.
detailsThe Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
17100 - 30800 £
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Price
31700 - 50100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
21.3 - 37.3 kWh
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Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
3 - 4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1130 - 1475 kg
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Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
3631 - 3632 mm
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Length
4724 mm
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Width
1683 - 1684 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1527 - 1532 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
440 - 550 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
250 - 325 kg
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Payload
303 - 377 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
65 - 118 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
135 - 155 km/h
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Max Speed
262 km/h
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Torque
92 - 220 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 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
208 - 338 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
2023 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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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
Tesla
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The Fiat 500 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.