2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
