2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
