2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 251 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.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Albea | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |