1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | A 112 | Touring |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |