2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
