2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Albea | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
