1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1960 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1960 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1960 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTA | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1510 mm |
