1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2004 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2004 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | Idea |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
