2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 147 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
