2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 108 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Albea | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |