2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 103 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
