2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |