2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Idea | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16 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 | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |