2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1993 Ford Probe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Probe weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Albea | 1993 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Albea | Probe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
