2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | CRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
