2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
