2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile O4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile O4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Idea | O4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
