1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 156 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
