2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 484 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea. 2013 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Albea | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
