2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 147 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
