2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2008 Hyundai i20 are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | i20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
