1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 16 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 66 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | GT | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |