FIAT 124 Spider vs smart Fortwo
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 smart Fortwo
Overview
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Classica | electric drive pure |
| Body style | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2020 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,390 | $23,800 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 108 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 58 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 17 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 3 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp (best) | 80 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 118 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4.9 cu ft | 7.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,436 lbs (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 90.9 in (best) | 73.5 in |
| Length | 159.6 in (best) | 106.1 in |
| Width | 68.5 in (best) | 61.4 in |
| Height | 48.5 in | 60.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | FIAT 124 SpiderClassica | smart Fortwoelectric drive pure |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
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 | smart Fortwo |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classica $25,390 MSRP(Currently comparing) | electric drive pure $23,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Urbana Edition $26,385 MSRP | electric drive passion $25,290 MSRP |
| 3 | Lusso $28,145 MSRP | electric drive passion $28,100 MSRP |
| 4 | Abarth $29,390 MSRP | electric drive prime $26,640 MSRP |
| 5 | — | electric drive prime $29,100 MSRP |
FIAT 124 Spider vs smart Fortwo FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 FIAT 124 Spider vs 2018 smart Fortwo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 smart Fortwo starts lower at $23,800.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,800).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 FIAT 124 Spider leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2018 smart Fortwo leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (58).
- Which has better horsepower: 2020 FIAT 124 Spider or 2018 smart Fortwo?
- The 2020 FIAT 124 Spider leads on horsepower in this comparison (164).