2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
