2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | Albea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
