2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
