1970 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Autobianchi A 112 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | A 112 | Touring |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |