1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | V6 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
