2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Idea | 109 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2070 mm |
