2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 94 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Idea | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |