1993 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Golf | Albea |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |