2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Albea | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 992 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |