1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 146 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
