Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat Idea
Power
69HP
Torque
180Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
15.4s
Top Speed
159km/h
Weight
1275kg
Price
15,350€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
320 L
47 L
51 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat Idea 1.3 16v Multijet Dynamic · 69 CV (2004)
General description
The 2004 Fiat Idea burst onto the compact MPV segment like a breath of fresh Italian air. Designed for the modern family, this vehicle promised an intelligent and versatile solution, combining a surprisingly spacious interior with contained exterior dimensions, perfect for the urban jungle. Its heart, the small but brave 1.3 Multijet engine, was the icing on a cake designed for everyday efficiency and practicality.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Fiat Idea feels more like a loyal companion than an athlete. The 1.3 Multijet engine, despite its modest 69 horsepower, surprises with its low-end push thanks to a generous torque that makes it agile in the city. However, on the open road, it shows its limitations, requiring patience when overtaking. The suspension clearly prioritizes comfort, absorbing irregularities well, although its height and highly assisted steering invite a calm and relaxed driving style, feeling each curve with a noticeable body roll that reminds us of its family vocation.
Design and aesthetics
The Idea's design is an exercise in functionality with Italian charm. Its tall, narrow silhouette maximizes interior space, creating a sense of roominess that defies its compact exterior dimensions. Inside, brightness and visibility are key, with a high driving position that overlooks traffic. The central instrumentation, though peculiar, frees up the field of vision and underscores an innovative and practical approach, where every corner seems designed to make life on board easier and offer exceptional modularity for its time.
Technology and features
Although its systems may seem simple today, in 2004 the Fiat Idea stood out for its 1.3 Multijet engine. This powertrain was a small revolution, proving that a small-displacement diesel engine could be refined, efficient, and sufficiently capable. The common-rail direct injection and turbo gave it remarkable efficiency. Beyond the engine, it featured solutions like electric power steering, which provided extra assistance for urban maneuvers, a technology that focused on comfort and ease of use.
Competition
The Fiat Idea was not alone in its conquest of urban space. Its most direct rival was, without a doubt, the Opel Meriva, with which it shared a very similar approach in terms of versatility. It also had to face the innovative Renault Modus, which opted for a bold design, and the Ford Fusion, which offered a more robust, crossover-like proposal. Each had its strengths, but the Idea played the card of Italian charm and the efficiency of its acclaimed Multijet engine.
Conclusion
The Fiat Idea was, and still is, an extremely intelligent proposition. A vehicle that understood the needs of urban families and offered them a solution full of ingenuity, space, and economy. It's not a car for seeking thrills behind the wheel, but for experiencing them inside, on every family trip and adventure. Its legacy is that of an honest, practical car with a diesel heart that defined an era, a true friend for everyday life.