1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 1900 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |