1993 Volvo 480 vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Albea weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 480 | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 480 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
