1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 46 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (115 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |
