1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | 116 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
