1972 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Touring | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |