1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Presea | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Presea | Idea |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
