2009 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2011 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ka | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
