2009 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Fiat Albea. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lacetti | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
