2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 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 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | 147 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |