2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2003 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 614 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Albea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
