2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 11 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit 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. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 147 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
