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Fiat 500 vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Tesla Model S?

Fiat 500 vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Tesla Model S

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially 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

500

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 413 km more than the Fiat 500.

Model S

Engine and Performance:

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 S offers significantly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 902 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 6.9 s quicker.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Tesla Model S offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is significantly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 962 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers substantially more boot space – 799 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 614 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model S carries visibly more – 442 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S is decisively ahead 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.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
Fiat 500
Tesla Model S

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Fiat 500

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.

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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Fiat 500
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
-
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Tesla
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