1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 19 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
