2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Audi Avantissimo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 529 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Audi Avantissimo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | Avantissimo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
