2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Idea | Brava |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
