2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Idea | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
