1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Salsa | 147 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
