2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Idea | Satria |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
