2012 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea

To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Albea would be higher. Both 2012 Fiat 500 and 2010 Fiat Albea are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 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 2012 Fiat 500.

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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Fiat 500 2010 Fiat Albea
Make Fiat Fiat
Model 500 Albea
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 205 km/hour 162 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 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 930 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 51 L


 

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