2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 755 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
