1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | Mille | Idea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
