2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Idea | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
