1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 514 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1982 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | GT | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
