2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea.
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 (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Idea | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
