1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe 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 | 1985 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
