2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 147 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |