2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 147 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
