2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Caterham 7 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | 147 | 7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |