2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
