2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2003 Daihatsu Altis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. 2003 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2003 Daihatsu Altis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 147 | Altis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |