2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera

To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 827 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 140 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 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Idea 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
Make Fiat Koenigsegg
Model Idea Agera
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1910 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 927 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 1100 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4293 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2660 mm


 

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