1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2009 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Albea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Albea weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2009 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Baleno | Albea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1035 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
