2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
