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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 12 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.
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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 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 | 1910 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
