2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1275 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
