2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Albea | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |