2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
