2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 156 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
