2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 147 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
