1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 950 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GT | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |