1986 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
