2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2003 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
