2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |