2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Fiat Idea. 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
