2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Idea | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
