2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 334 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
