2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica.
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, 2002 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
