2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea.
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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
