1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (152 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 156 | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |