2001 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Rover 45.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 45 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 45 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
