1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 46 L |
