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Fiat Topolino vs Nissan Ariya comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (8,500 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Topolino or Nissan Ariya?

Fiat Topolino vs Nissan Ariya: Key differences

Fiat Topolino

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Nissan Ariya

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Topolino

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat Topolino is substantially cheaper – starting at 8,500 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 54,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,371 £.

As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya offers substantially more range – reaching up to 417 km, about 342 km more than the Fiat Topolino.

Ariya

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 Nissan Ariya offers significantly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 427 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers considerably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 44 Nm. That’s about 556 Nm more.

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: Nissan Ariya offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Topolino is clearly lighter – 562 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 1,715 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers considerably more boot space – 415 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 352 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Ariya carries considerably more – 363 kg compared to 138 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Topolino is clearly superior overall 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 £8,500
Topolino

Fiat Topolino

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Fiat Topolino
Nissan Ariya

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Topolino

The Fiat Topolino is a pint-sized charmer that turns every commute into a smile-inducing event, marrying vintage Italian flair with a delightfully simple driving experience. For city buyers who prize personality over pace, it offers quirky practicality, effortless parking and an irresistible retro look that feels like a Vespa with four wheels.

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Fiat Topolino
Nissan Ariya

Costs and Consumption

Price
8,500 - 8,600 £
Price
54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
562 kg
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
415 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,400 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
138 kg
Payload
363 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
435 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
44 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
320 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Nissan
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