2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Idea | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
