2011 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aveo | 147 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1709 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
