2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1990 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (82 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. 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 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 1990 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
