1998 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 316 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 1998 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
