2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Albea | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |