2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea.
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, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Albea | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
