2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 147 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
