1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Breeze | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Breeze | 147 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
