2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 504 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga 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 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 147 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
