2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
