2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | MiTo | Albea |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
