2006 Fiat Albea vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 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, 1997 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
