1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GTV | 120 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |