2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | 147 | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |