1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Willys-Overland |
Model | GT | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |