2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Idea weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2004 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |