1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | Albea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
