2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
