2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2006 Fiat Palio II 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 74 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
