2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 223 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Albea | Laser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |