2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 664 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 GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Spark |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 20.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |