2004 Fiat Albea vs. 1999 Ford O21 C
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea. 1999 Ford O21 C has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford O21 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 1999 Ford O21 C | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Albea | O21 C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |
