2003 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 469 kg more than 2011 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, 2003 Opel Signum (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Signum | Albea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
