2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Idea | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |