2004 Fiat Albea vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Albea (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. 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, 2004 Fiat Albea (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Albea | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
