1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfa 6 | X1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |