2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Albea | Elantra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |