2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 335 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.

Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Idea 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Fiat Ferrari
Model Idea 458 Italia
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1368 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1214 mm


 

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