2009 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
