2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 440 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Idea | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |