2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Albea | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
