2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2004 Mazda Spiano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Albea | Spiano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |