2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea.
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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Skoda | Fiat |
Model | Fabia | Albea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |