2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 27 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
