2008 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, both 2008 Audi S3 and 2008 Fiat Albea were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S3 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, 2008 Audi S3 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Albea.
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2008 Audi S3 | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S3 | Albea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |