2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 893 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Jazz | Idea |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.5 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 | 2043 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
