2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Getz 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Getz. 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 (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
