1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1986 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1986 Proton Saloon 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 106 kg more than 1986 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1986 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
| Model | GT | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
