2010 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 147 | 75 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |