2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 147 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
