2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vectra | 147 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
