2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 13 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Albea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 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 | 12.9 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 | 1138 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |