2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |