1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfetta | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
