2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2009 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |