2011 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 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 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C1 | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Albea |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 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 | 1472 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
