2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 368 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |