FIAT 124 Spider vs FIAT 500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 FIAT 500
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Classica | Pop |
| Body style | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,390 | $16,245 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 33 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (best) | 10.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp (best) | 135 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 1.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 3 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 4.9 cu ft | 30.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,436 lbs (best) | 2,505 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in (best) | 90.6 in |
| Length | 159.6 in (best) | 139.6 in |
| Width | 68.5 in (best) | 64.1 in |
| Height | 48.5 in | 59.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | FIAT 500Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | FIAT 124 Spider | FIAT 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classica $25,390 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Pop $16,245 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Urbana Edition $26,385 MSRP | C Pop $17,740 MSRP |
| 3 | Lusso $28,145 MSRP | Retro $19,745 MSRP |
| 4 | Abarth $29,390 MSRP | Lounge $19,745 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Abarth $20,495 MSRP |
| 6 | — | C Lounge $21,240 MSRP |
| 7 | — | C Retro $21,240 MSRP |
| 8 | — | C Abarth $21,990 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Battery Electric $33,210 MSRP |