2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
