1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 246 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Alfasud | 700 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
