2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
