2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 181 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Lupo | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Lupo | Albea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |