1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | GT | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |