1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |
