2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
