2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
