2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 68 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
