2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina.
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, 2005 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Idea | Barina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
