2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Idea and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Idea | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
