2012 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Astra | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Astra | 147 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
