2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 380 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 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
