2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2002 Lada 117 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Lada 117 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 147 | 117 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 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 | 1335 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |