2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Chevrolet Optra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Optra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
