2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Albea (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2004 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Albea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
