2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 116 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea. 2009 BMW 116 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 116 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Albea | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Albea | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
