1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 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 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 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 1976 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | Spider |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
