1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1750 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
