2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 207 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 59 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, 2012 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Albea | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Albea | 207 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
