2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 147 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
