2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Caterham | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 147 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |