1999 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Fiat Idea.
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, 2011 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Idea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |