2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Ford 24.7
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Ford 24.7 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford 24.7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford 24.7 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7.
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 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Ford 24.7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford 24.7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Ford 24.7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | 24.7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
