1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1975 BMW 320
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1975 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |