2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT and 2008 Fiat 500 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GT | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |