2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Lupo 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 13 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Albea | Lupo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |