2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Idea | 118 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
