2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Idea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |