2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
