1997 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Brava | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Brava | Albea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
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 | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |