2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 159 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
