2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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 (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 147 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |