1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | 116 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |