2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Idea | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
