2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Bugatti EB 118 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 852 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 Bugatti EB 118 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 Bugatti EB 118 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 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 147 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
