1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 58 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |