2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | City |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
