2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 270 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 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 147 | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |