2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Punto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
