2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 147 | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |