2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2012 Proton Satria
To start off, 2012 Proton Satria is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Satria weights approximately 79 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, 2012 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 2012 Proton Satria | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Albea | Satria |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |