2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 20.6 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 | 1345 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
