2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. 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 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Idea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
