2010 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea.
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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Idea | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Idea | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
