1976 Renault 14 vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 286 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. 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, 2011 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 14 | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 14 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
