2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 147 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
