1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1975 BMW 1602
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1975 BMW 1602 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 1602 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
