2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 147 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |