2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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, 2007 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Picanto | Albea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
