2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Exige | Idea |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 909 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |
