2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 30 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |