1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Albea (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2005 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 133 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
