1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 BMW 316
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 316 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |