1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 1600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |