2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 (128 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Idea | Alto |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 56 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |