1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1987 BMW 316
To start off, 1987 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,571 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1987 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfetta | 316 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
