1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 509 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada 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 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
