2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
