2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 156 (181 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 156 | Lupo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |