2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 147 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
