2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fiesta | 147 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
