2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Albea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
