2009 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2009 BMW 116 and 2009 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
