2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
