2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 12 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 279 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.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 147 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
