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Fiat 500 vs Volkswagen Beetle: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Fiat 500

Fiat · 2025–present

500 Hybrid

EV version D PI 394

Power
48 kW65 PS
0–100 km/h
16.2 s
Top speed
155 km/h
Kerb mass
1,130 kg

Version spec sheet

Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen · 2011–2019

Beetle III

Power
9–165 kW12–224 PS
0–100 km/h
-
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
-

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • Running costs 500 Hybrid Fuel per year: €1,370 vs €1,710 (estimated)

In plain words

At 15,000 km a year, fuel would cost about €1,370 (Fiat 500), €1,710 (Volkswagen Beetle) (estimated). Volkswagen Beetle is the older design (from 1938); Fiat 500 arrived in 1957. Fiat 500 is still in production; Volkswagen Beetle is not. On the catalog figures, the Fiat 500 is the pick for running costs. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Volkswagen Beetle yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Full specifications

Fiat 500Volkswagen Beetle
General
Version 500 Hybrid · 1.0 Firefly Hybrid · petrol · 48 kW (65 PS) Beetle III · 2 L 4 cyl Automatic (AM-S6) · 2015 (EPA) · diesel
Production years 2025–present 2011–2019
Body Hatchback Hatchback, Convertible
Country Italy Germany
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 48 kW (65 PS) 64 hp 9–165 kW (12–224 PS) 12–221 hp Better
Power, all versions 10–147 kW (14–200 PS) 13–197 hp 9–165 kW (12–224 PS) 12–221 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 92 Nm 68 lb-ft No data
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 16.2 s No data
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 155 km/h 96 mph No data
Power per tonne 43 kW/t 52 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Diesel
Engine 999 cc · 3 cyl 1.0 l 2,000 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l
Gearbox 6-speed manual 6-speed dual-clutch
Drive Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 3,631 mm 143.0 in No data
Width 1,684 mm 66.3 in No data
Height 1,532 mm 60.3 in No data
Wheelbase 2,322 mm 91.4 in No data
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,130 kg 2,491 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 183 l 6.5 cu ft No data
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. 5.2 l/100 km 45.2 mpg US Better 6.9 l/100 km 34.1 mpg US
CO₂ 117 g/km No data
Fuel cost per year €1,370/year estimated Better €1,710/year estimated
Safety
Euro NCAP No data ★★★★★ (2011)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol, €1.65/l diesel.