2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GT | Idea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |