2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
