2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
