2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Albea (76 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea.
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 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
