2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Idea | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
