2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1993 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Alto. 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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 1993 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Albea | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |
